About this opportunity:
At Ericsson, we are the world leader in 5G innovation and deployment, powering a connected future where technology improves the way we live and work. With unmatched expertise and market penetration in 5G New Radio (NR), we are shaping the future of communication and pioneering advancements that will lead us into the era of 6G.
The Opportunity:
Reliability earns trust. As part of our RAN System Verification team, you will verify, troubleshoot and deliver Ericsson's 5G New Radio (NR) solutions on high-performance General Purpose Processors (GPP), with sharp focus on performance, scalability and quality. You will work in advanced lab environments to validate system behaviour under realistic and extreme traffic conditions, influencing release readiness and overall product quality.
What you will do:
- Drive end-to-end system-level verification of 5G RAN technologies to secure release readiness.
- Perform capacity and performance verification of RAN systems under high-load traffic scenarios comprising Max supported UEs per cell/DU, throughput (DL/UL), control plane capacity and mobility under load.
- Analyse system behaviour and performance using logs, traces, KPIs including throughput, latency, PRB utilisation, resource load and QoS/QoE indicators.
- Troubleshooting Link curve verification, Channel quality and perform root cause analysis across multiple protocol layers (PHY, MAC, RLC, PDCP, IP) for complex system issues.
- Perform requirement analysis for feature integration and verification to ensure alignment with customer expectations.
- Contribute to continuous improvements of products, test coverage, verification frameworks, automation and CI/CD pipelines.
- Collaborate closely with RAN development, integration/CI and product management teams.
- Continuously develop competence in relevant technical domains and modern verification practices. Explore and apply AI-assisted verification methods
The skills you bring
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
- 2 to 8 years of hands-on experience in system-level verification, configuring, deploying, and troubleshooting LTE/5G NR baseband and radio equipment.
- Strong understanding of wireless communication systems (LTE/5G NR), RAN architecture/protocol stack and 5G NR air-interface technologies
- Demonstrated experience analyzing and troubleshooting performance issues at PHY/MAC layer under varying channel conditions.
- Deep knowledge of system level KPIs (throughput, latency, resource load, QoS/QoE) and the ability to identify performance bottlenecks.
- Experience working in Linux environments and overall IP networking.
- Programming/Automation/scripting skills (for example Python, Bash, Java). Understanding of CI/CD concepts.
- Exposure to configuration management and automation tools (for example Git, Gerrit, Jenkins).
Nice to have:
- Exposure to Cloud-Native RAN, O-RAN Architecture.
- Experience with UE simulators, channel emulators, fading technologies, Link curve analysis and lab test tools.
- Experience with commercial UE chipset platform testing (Qualcomm, MediaTek etc).
- Knowledge of Cloud Native principles, Machine Learning and AI.
- Software development skills, particularly in Java and Python.
Why join us:
- Work with global experts in a high-performing, innovative, and global engineering environment.
- Work on cutting-edge 5G technology and be at the forefront of 6G innovation.
- Contribute directly to the quality of live networks and customer experience worldwide.
- Build deep expertise in system-level performance, capacity and reliability engineering.
- Flexible work environment, career growth and a diverse, inclusive environment.
Why join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: India (IN) ||
Req ID: 789648
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
- 2 to 8 years of hands-on experience in system-level verification, configuring, deploying, and troubleshooting LTE/5G NR baseband and radio equipment
- Strong understanding of wireless communication systems, LTE/5G NR, RAN architecture, protocol stacks, and 5G NR air-interface technologies
- Experience analyzing and troubleshooting PHY/MAC performance issues under varying channel conditions
- Deep knowledge of system-level KPIs including throughput, latency, resource load, QoS, and QoE
- Experience working in Linux environments and with IP networking
- Programming, automation, or scripting skills using Python, Bash, or Java
- Understanding of CI/CD concepts
- Exposure to configuration management and automation tools such as Git, Gerrit, or Jenkins
- Exposure to Cloud-Native RAN and O-RAN architecture
- Experience with UE simulators, channel emulators, fading technologies, link curve analysis, and lab test tools
- Experience testing commercial UE chipset platforms such as Qualcomm or MediaTek
- Knowledge of cloud-native principles, machine learning, and artificial intelligence
- Software development skills, particularly in Java and Python
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Ericsson Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage options are described as broad, with multiple medical plan choices (often three) plus dental and mental health resources. U.S. materials also reference PPO and HDHP options, and some teams contribute to HSAs.
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Retirement Support — U.S. postings outline a 401(k) with an automatic 3% company contribution plus matching that reaches 4% when employees contribute 5%. This combination is repeatedly listed in role postings and characterized as strong for the sector.
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Parental & Family Support — U.S. job descriptions frequently cite up to 16 weeks paid maternity leave and 6 weeks paid parental/adoption leave at 100% pay. These benefits are positioned as exceeding many U.S. corporate policies.
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What We Do
Ericsson builds the digital connectivity the world relies on. Our technology underpins the mobile networks, platforms, and systems that billions of people, businesses, and societies depend on every day. We are a global leader in communications technology, delivering mobile network infrastructure, cloud software, and wireless connectivity solutions for service providers and enterprises worldwide. Our networks support connectivity across 180+ countries, helping power everyday communication as well as critical digital services at global scale. Connectivity has evolved far beyond consumer mobile use. Today, nearly 80% of the world’s population accesses the internet via mobile networks, and Ericsson is helping shape what comes next. We are advancing 5G and 5G Advanced, developing network APIs that open connectivity to the global developer ecosystem, and applying automation and AI to make networks more intelligent, efficient, and resilient. Ericsson was the first company to launch live 5G networks on five continents, and our 5G platform is now commercially live in 150+ networks across 60+ countries. We also support more than 36,000 enterprise customers, enabling secure, high-performance connectivity for industries such as manufacturing, aviation, logistics, utilities, and public safety, where reliability and performance are mission critical. Innovation is central to how we work. Ericsson has approximately 28,000 employees in research and development, backed by one of the strongest intellectual property portfolios in the industry with 60,000+ granted patents. Our engineers, researchers, and technologists work across 100+ global R&D sites, helping define how networks evolve and how digital infrastructure is built for the long term. As the world moves toward a mobile-first, AI-powered, and cloud-driven future, connectivity becomes the foundation for digital transformation across every industry. Ericsson is building that foundation, shaping the future of digital connectivity through technology that operates at global scale and supports real-world impact, today and for what comes next.
Why Work With Us
Ericsson is a place for people who want to work on technology that powers everyday life. You’ll contribute to large-scale systems used every day, tackle complex challenges in live environments, and keep developing your skills and career in your own vision.
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